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The Retail Podcast

The Retail Podcast
Artificial Intelligence
Retail
Walmart
Greggs
Dataviva
Sephora
Be Athletica
London, United Kingdom
Digital Accessibility
Irisphera
IKEA
Target
Amazon
NRF Big Show
Agentic Commerce
Zalando
London Marathon
Clarks
Retail Media
Oil

The Retail Podcast is the weekly retail industry podcast hosted by Alex Rezvan, NRF Retail Voices 2026 honoree, founder of RetailNews.ai, and visiting lecturer in retail at Nottingham Trent University. Each episode delivers candid interviews with retail CEOs, founders, operators, and technology leaders on AI in retail, ecommerce, store operations, customer experience, and the future of commerce. F... more

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Latest Episodes

Amazon vs Perplexity could redefine the future of AI commerce.

In this episode of World Retail Signals, the panel explores:

* Autonomous AI shopping agents

* Retail workforce transformation

* WHP Global’s Marc Jacobs acquisition

* Greggs’ ex... more

Retail is entering a new era shaped by AI, organized retail crime, and a renewed investment in physical stores.

In this episode of Five Things Friday — USA Edition, Alex sits down with Jill Dvorak, SVP of Content at the National Retail Federation (N... more

Fashion retail is evolving fast — and brands like M&S, Topshop, H&M, Vogue and Laura Ashley are changing how fashion connects with culture.

In this episode of Five Things Friday UK, we break down:

* M&S livestreaming a runway show from Ibiza

* W... more

AI-driven retail is reshaping how consumers discover products and private label brands may be one of the biggest winners.

In this episode of Five Things Friday- APAC Edition, the conversation explores why private label adoption across Asia-Pacific i... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Cottrell
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Episode: Jason Cottrell: AI Agents, Composable Commerce & The Future of Enterprise Retail
David Schneider
Co-founder of Zalando
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Episode: How AI Is Reshaping Retail: Zalando, Primark & Fressnapf Insights
Thorsten Teller
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Michael Schuh
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Episode: Retail Media in 2026: What Shoppers Actually Want | Michael Schuh, dunnhumby
Lori Olson
CEO of PacSun
PacSun
Episode: 5 Things Friday USA: ChatGPT Commerce Pause, Off-Price Retail Boom, Primark Expansion & Uniqlo Strategy
Mark Bruce
Executive at Connexio, data and insights director
Connexio
Episode: Retail Strategy Is Changing Fast: What Footfall, Sales Data & Experience Reveal
Marion Ranvier
Executive Director of the Contentsquare Foundation
Contentsquare Foundation
Episode: How Accessibility Impacts Bounce Rate, Basket Value, and Brand Trust
Antonia Dumitriu
Founder of Irisphera, fashion industry veteran and AI entrepreneur
Irisphera
Episode: How AI Is Doubling Fashion Conversions & Cutting Returns by 30% | Antonia Dumitriu, Irisphera
Ya Lee
Chief Strategy Officer, Olive Young
Olive Young
Episode: Luckin Hits 30,000 Stores | Sephora’s K-Beauty Pivot | Why Seoul is the New Retail Capital | Five Things Friday

Hosts

Alex
Host of The Retail Podcast; leads in-depth conversations with retailers and tech experts.
Simone
Co-host; CEO/founder background; anchors discussions with founders and operators.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Unique perspective on retail

    A unique perspective on retail trends and evolution of omni channel shopper experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    preeyadav
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Great Honest Podcast Covering Retail

    Great to get such a wide view on all things retail.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sevendigit
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Great to get such a wide view on all things retail.
Unique perspective on retail trends and evolution of omni channel shopper experience.

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What's Keeping Retail CEOs Awake at Night in 2026? | World Retail Signals
Q: What can a rising executive, not yet on the main board, expect to gain from the Congress?
They can immerse themselves in a melting pot of retailers from around the world, hear diverse experiences across sectors, and gain practical insights that help them prepare for leadership roles and broaden their strategic view.
What's Keeping Retail CEOs Awake at Night in 2026? | World Retail Signals
Q: What's the one thing that stood out for you over the 20 years in terms of the transforming world of executives within retail?
The enduring takeaway is the resilience of retail; leaders continue to adapt through crises, cross-border growth, and accelerating technology adoption, learning from peers and staying focused on how to serve customers despite volatility.
Why "Local" is a Business Model, Not a Marketing Slogan | BM
Q: Looking three to five years ahead, what are the key transformations needed to deliver a new standard of proximity retail in Madrid, in terms of operations, digital services, assortment, and talent?
We must modernize freshness by blending tradition with technology, expand digital growth including e-commerce and quick commerce, curate assortment for Madrid's evolving needs, and invest in internal talent with specialized training to sustain BM's unique service and store experience.
Why "Local" is a Business Model, Not a Marketing Slogan | BM
Q: You've got a slogan Kilometer Cero; how do you go beyond slogans and marketing, and what impact does it have on local farmers and producers?
Local is not marketing for us. It's integrated into our business model, creating stable demand for producers, giving them visibility within a premium context, and measuring impact through clear KPIs like share of local products, supply growth, and customer repetition.
Jason Cottrell: AI Agents, Composable Commerce & The Future of Enterprise Retail
Q: How should leaders approach deploying agentic tools safely within their teams?
Use human-in-the-loop guardrails, start with agent-first processes, and progressively expand as comfort and governance mature, ensuring policy enforcement is in place at both the agents and the surrounding systems level.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Retail Podcast

What is The Retail Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, practitioner-focused deep dive into modern retail, with episodes centered on how AI, data, and experiential strategies drive margin, loyalty, and growth. Topics span AI-powered shopping, data-driven real estate and partnerships, accessibility in e-commerce, contextual commerce, and the rise of experiential formats in both brick-and-mortar and online retail. Notable threads include practical how-tos for brands—ranging from AI implementation and personalization to sustainable and conscious consumerism—often anchored by real-world retailer case studies and tech deployments. The show tends to feature leaders and operators from retail brands, tech startups, and consultancies, offering tactical playbooks, measurable outcomes, and lively... more

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1. The Retail Tea Break
2. HBR On Leadership
3. The Daily Brief
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1. Jason Cottrell
2. David Schneider
3. Thorsten Teller
4. Michael Schuh
5. Lori Olson
6. Mark Bruce
7. Marion Ranvier
8. Antonia Dumitriu

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